Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pennsylvania

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.

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Forklift Operator

  • Levittown, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Levittown, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Classification: Nonexempt Reports to: Manager, Shipping & Receiving Department: Shipping/Receiving Location: CCM Drexel Levittown Job Title: Forklift Operator 1 Revision Date: February 3, 2022 Job...

Forklift Operator - Day Shift

  • Hazleton, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hazleton, PA
  • 1 hour ago

At Nestle Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective...

Job Description Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the...

Production Worker/Forklift Operator

  • Greensburg, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Greensburg, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Hiring Production Workers/Forklift Operators in Greensburg, PA! We're hiring over 20 production workers and forklift operators for a premier employer in the Greensburg, PA area. This a long term...

Forklift Operator

  • Tipton, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Tipton, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Job Title: Forklift Driver Job Description You will be trained to operate a forklift to move products around the production facility. You will follow orders to pick up products with a forklift and...

Forklift Operator

  • North Wales, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • North Wales, PA
  • 17 hours ago

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment to move, load, and...

Whse Laborer/Loader Operator - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Towanda, PA

  • Towanda, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Towanda, PA
  • 18 hours ago

GROWMARK FS is headquartered in Milford, Delaware with branches in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. GROWMARK FS has about 500 employees (including seasonal...

Forklift Operator- Overnights

  • Pine Grove, PA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Pine Grove, PA
  • 22 hours ago

Forklift Operator - Overnights Pay from $27 to $34 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Includes $2 Shift Differential Pennsylvania Distribution Center 8449 Congdon Hill Drive,...

Forklift Operator

  • Clinton, PA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Clinton, PA
  • 23 hours ago

ResourceMFG Now Hiring 1st shift Stand-Up Reach Truck Operators in Clinton PA 1st shift $18.00 per hour Forklift Operator Warehouse Job Duties: Loading, unloading, shipping, and receiving...

Forklift Operator

  • Howard, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Howard, PA
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator 217 Aqua Penn Drive, Howard, Pennsylvania, 16841 Category Manufacturing Job Id R47932 At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to...

Forklift Operator

  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • York, PA
  • 1 day ago

Primary Responsibility: Under general supervision, The Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not...

Forklift Operator

  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago

At Niagara, were looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you...

Company Statement Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part...

Standup Forklift Operator (1st Shift)

  • Nazareth, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Nazareth, PA
  • 1 day ago

Monday thru Friday 6:00 am - 3:00 pm Position Overview: The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating a forklift to perform responsibilities within the warehouse operations. Essential...

Standup Forklift Operator (2nd Shift)

  • Nazareth, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Nazareth, PA
  • 1 day ago

2nd Shift Monday - Friday 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm Position Overview: The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating a forklift to perform responsibilities within the warehouse operations....

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Pennsylvania

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLandscaping research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
High School or GED
37.3%
Bachelor's Degree
26.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Pennsylvania
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


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